Spice Balls
Description
Similar to doughnut holes, these sweet, deep fried balls are great plain or tossed with sugar and cinnamon. Fry 'em up, and pop 'em down!
Ingredients
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1 quart vegetable oil for frying
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/3 cup sugar
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground mace
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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3/4 cup milk
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1/4 cup canola oil
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1 egg, lightly beaten
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1 cup sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
1
Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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In a large bowl, mix flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, mace and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Create a well in the center of the mixture, and pour in milk, canola oil and egg. Thoroughly stir into the mixture.
3
In batches, drop the mixture by rounded teaspoonfuls into the hot oil. Fry on all sides, 2 to 4 minutes, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
4
In a resealable plastic bag, mix 1 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. While still warm, place balls a few at a time into the bag, and toss to coat.